Captain - A320 Family
Overview
The Captain holds a critical role, responsible for conducting assigned flights safely, securely, and efficiently in strict accordance with the Company Operational Manual and all relevant CAA regulations. This position demands a high level of professionalism, leadership, and technical expertise, ensuring optimal performance and upholding the company's positive corporate image.
Key Responsibilities
The Captain is entrusted with the ultimate responsibility for the aircraft and all persons on board during assigned flights. Duties include operating aircraft between destinations according to schedules and approved flight plans, prioritizing safety above all else, followed by efficiency and passenger comfort. The Captain must support and guide the flight and cabin crew, effectively manage emergencies and ad-hoc scenarios, and maintain decisive control throughout the flight.
Qualifications and Requirements
Prospective candidates must meet the following minimum criteria:
- Minimum of 500 hours Pilot-In-Command (PIC) experience on multi-pilot Turbojet aircraft.
- Minimum of 200 hours PIC experience on A320 family aircraft.
- Minimum of 5000 hours total flying experience on fixed-wing aircraft.
- Valid and current CPL/ATPL (ATPL preferred) License.
- Valid Class 1 Medical Certificate.
- Valid Instrument Rating (IR).
- Valid English Language Proficiency (ELP) certification at or above Level 4.
- Successful completion of company/CAA standard technical and psychometric assessments, and Medical Fitness Check-up.
- Essential training in safety and emergency response (formal qualification is an advantage).
Additional Preferred Qualifications and Experience
- Trainers with TRE/TRI/LTC experience are highly preferred.
- Experience with low-cost airline operations is highly desirable.
- Basic knowledge of airport and security procedures and regulations.
- Crew Resources Management (CRM) training.
- Familiarity with IATA principles and standards relating to security.
- Proficiency in Aircraft systems.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, internet, and web search.
- Ability in technical report writing and presentations.
Compensation and Benefits (PKR - Pakistan Rupees)
This position offers an undetermined period contract with a competitive emoluments package, detailed below:
Fixed Salary (Per Month)
- <1500 hours Total Fixed Salary: PKR 1,594,000
- 1500–3000 hours Total Fixed Salary: PKR 1,814,500
- 3000+ hours Total Fixed Salary: PKR 2,035,000
Fixed Salary Breakup Details (Per Month)
- Basic Salary: PKR 400,000 (<1500 hrs), PKR 475,000 (1500–3000 hrs), PKR 550,000 (3000+ hrs)
- Fixed Flying Allowance: PKR 400,000 (<1500 hrs), PKR 475,000 (1500–3000 hrs), PKR 550,000 (3000+ hrs)
- Housing Allowance: PKR 200,000 (Fixed)
- Other Allowances: PKR 209,000 (<1500 hrs), PKR 272,000 (1500–3000 hrs), PKR 335,000 (3000+ hrs)
- Conveyance Allowance: PKR 100,000 (Fixed)
- Medical Allowance: PKR 40,000 (<1500 hrs), PKR 47,500 (1500–3000 hrs), PKR 55,000 (3000+ hrs)
- Settling Allowance: PKR 150,000 (Per Month, discretionary)
- Seniority Allowance: PKR 100,000 (Per Month, increasing up to PKR 300,000 over time, discretionary)
Variable Flying Pay (Per Credit Block Hour)
- 1–30 hours: PKR 8,000/hr
- 31–60 hours: PKR 13,000/hr
- 61–85 hours: PKR 18,500/hr
- 86–100 hours: PKR 20,000/hr
- 100+ hours: PKR 22,000/hr
Flying Allowance Guarantee: Guaranteed compensation for up to 73 block hours per month, contingent upon completing 100% of assigned flying hours.
Duty Hour Pay
PKR 1,000 per actual duty hour (Sign-in to Sign-out).
- Credit Hour Multipliers: Day flights receive 1x allowance; Night flights (1830–0629) receive 1.3x allowance.
- Off-Day Duty: An additional PKR 12,000 is provided if rostered on an off day, plus applicable Flying Allowance.
Additional Benefits
- Transport is provided for all flight duties.
- Free onboard meal for operating crew.
- End-of-Service Gratuity: One month’s fixed gross salary is provided for every 12 months of service completed.
This comprehensive package is designed to attract and reward experienced flight crew with competitive pay, allowances, and operational support tailored to their experience and hours flown.